How many folks want an EV

zjtins wrote:
The all use CVTs which only last about 100k miles, then $5k to replace.

CVT’s in electric vehicles? Which ones.

zjtins wrote:
The all use CVTs which only last about 100k miles, then $5k to replace.

Sorry but they don't. No transmission at all on Tesla's and most other EVs. The motor is geared straight to the drive wheels. No gear changes, ever. To reverse it you change the current flow to the motor. Maybe you are thinking of hybrids but not all of them use CVT's either.

I own a Tesla Model Y. We really like it. We have towed with it some but it isn't rated for the trailer that I tow the most. So far traveling hasn't been a problem and Tesla is building more chargers every day.

If I had a Cybertruck I would tow with it but I haven't reserved a place in line so that is probably 5 or 6 years out. I probably won't need one by then.

I would consider it when they become affordable, dependable and capable; not there now and I don’t see it happening any time soon - despite the “mandates” currently being demanded. Mandates are just as easy to change as when they were first thrown down, just as soon as it becomes expedient to decide a “change” is needed to keep your cushy perks coming.

Sorta like prohibition, things have a way of evolving.

Cptnvideo wrote:
We have one vehicle (see signature) and full time. And we're 75 years of age.
I have no desire to own an EV and don't ever plan to own one.
If all the current vehicles were EVs, then the problem would become how to charge them all. And how long will it take for all electric production to be "green"? And at what cost?

At 75 you are good to go as you are. ;)

The all use CVTs which only last about 100k miles, then $5k to replace.

Today's EVs would be perfect for the wife. 250 miles is plenty. But her 2018 Equinox is too new.

We have one vehicle (see signature) and full time. And we're 75 years of age.
I have no desire to own an EV and don't ever plan to own one.
If all the current vehicles were EVs, then the problem would become how to charge them all. And how long will it take for all electric production to be "green"? And at what cost?

I will just stick with my two solar charged E bikes for now.

I'll consider an EV if, the price comes down and the batteries are cheaper or the manufacturers have a reasonable battery lease program.
It would be a DD andI would not use it for towing.

I think eventually it won't be a choice. If we want something to drive it will be an EV. When it comes to towing we may have to downsize our trailers in order to be able to tow them or take really good care of our current tow vehicles so they last the rest of our lifetime.

More and more States are adopting the "California Model" which is outlawing the sale of fossil fueled cars (and most likely pickups) in the next 10-15 years.

Tent/Popup trailers will certainly become more prevalent and 14'high, 40' long 5th wheel trailers will most likely disappear or be permanently parked.

The reality is that even the commercial truck operators, from local delivery to over the road freight transport, are looking at electric trucks (some even driverless). Rail transport will eventually become like that in Europe and other countries with overhead power wires or locomotives with battery banks to move them in areas with no overhead power.

The change is happening regardless of our thoughts or desires.


FWIW, I have had a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid EV) for 5 years now and it's been great. 90+ percent of my driving is on battery and my gasoline expense down an average of $400/month before the recent rise in gasoline cost. Saving even more now.